Vernacular Kath Khuni Architecture of Himachal Pradesh
IntroductionThe architecture of a specific place is always a result of various factors such as geography, availability of materials and resources, climate, socio-economic conditions, and culture. When we look at Himachal Pradesh, we can see that it has a complex mountainous terrain with valleys and gorges. Due to the harsh conditions, the state relies on indigenous architecture which forms the backbone of its social and cultural setup. The use of indigenous architecture is sustainable as
Chamba Agitation:Resilience Against Injustice
IntroductionThe Princely State of Chamba, located in present-day Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, witnessed several mass movements between the late 1800s and early 1900s. These movements were often a response to the unjust actions of the ruler or other times due to the atrocities committed by the British.In the year 1863 AD, during the reign of Raja Shri Singh, the state faced a confusing situation. Under the administration of Raja Sham Singh and his Wazir
Lokayukta Of Himachal Pradesh
IntroductionThe Himachal Pradesh Lokayukta plays a pivotal role as the parliamentary ombudsman, functioning as a high-level statutory body established under the Himachal Pradesh Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act, 2014. This article section delves into the significance of the Lokayukta in elevating the standards of public administration in Himachal Pradesh.HimachalPradesh LokayuktaInformationFormed2014Federal AgencyIndiaOperations JurisdictionIndiaGeneral NatureFederal Law EnforcementHeadquartersLokyukta, Himachal Pradesh, Pines Grove Building, Shimla-171002.Legal FoundationHimachal Pradesh Lokayukta Act was passed in 1983. Enacted as a result of the Lokpal
Kunihar Praja Mandal and The Legacy of Babu Kanshi Ram
IntroductionIn the beautiful Shimla hill region, there was a small princely state called Kunihar, which covered an area of 7 square miles.In the early 20th century, the people of Kunihar witnessed a significant democratic awakening against the indecent behavior of their ruler, Rana Hardev Singh. The people were fed up with the oppressive and exploitative practices of the Rana, who was known for his tyrannical rule.The movement gained momentum in the late 1930s, and in
Major Crops of Himachal Pradesh
Agriculture is a crucial source of employment in Himachal Pradesh, engaging 71% of the population and contributing approximately 30% to the state's domestic product. The newly cultivated area spans 538,412 hectares, with a total cropped area of 940,597 hectares and a significant irrigated area of 70 lakh hectares.The economic backbone of Himachal Pradesh predominantly relies on the cultivation of cash crops, which contribute significantly to the state's revenue. The region cultivates a variety of food
Minerals in Himachal Pradesh
Nature has blessed Himachal Pradesh with various valuable minerals such as rock salt, gypsum, clays, mica, limestone, barytes, iron, pyrite and lead, out of which salt, limestone, and slate are the most significant ones. Despite having a multitude of valuable minerals, Himachal Pradesh contributes to only 0.5% of the country's overall mineral production.The majority of the mineral resources are located in the Shiwalik range in the southwestern part of the state.Limestone is found in abundance in